| City: | East Prospect, Pennsylvania |
| County: | York County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 9:31:11 PM |
| Population: | 528 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 223 / 717 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 39.9711, -76.5220 |
| Land Area: | 0.193 sq mi |
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East Prospect is a small borough in York County, Pennsylvania, where nearly every household relies on a PO Box. With 173 PO Boxes serving 186 households, the adoption rate hits 93%. This isn't optional. USPS classifies 17317 as a PO Box Only Zone, meaning there's no alternative mail delivery available.
The borough covers just 0.012 square miles, making it one of the most compact ZIP codes in Pennsylvania. Almost all of its 198 housing units predate 1939, giving the community an architectural character that reflects its 19th-century origins. Streets like Main Street (which runs both north-south and west), Maple Street, and Ridge Avenue form the simple grid of this walkable village.
Despite its small size, East Prospect has an above-average household income of $83,824. Home values average $190,200, and 80% of residents own their homes. The median age of 35 years suggests families and working adults rather than retirees. An unusually high 25.6% of workers work from home.
The local economy shows a strong connection to logistics. A significant portion of the workforce works in transportation, warehousing, and utilities. This makes sense given the borough's location in York County, close to major distribution corridors along Interstate 83. East Prospect sits about 3 miles from Yorkana and 4 miles from Hallam, part of the greater York metropolitan area.
Simple village grid with directional street naming (N/S/E/W Main and Maple).
ZIP Code 17317 has 528 residents and 186 households (average 2.84 persons per household). The median age is 35.0 years, younger than the state (41.0) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 56.3% male and 43.8% female, which is much higher than the state male share (48.9%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (92.2%, much higher than the state average of 75.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (4.2%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 4.2%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 528Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 466Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 2,735.8 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $88,906Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 186Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $220,500Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.84Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 3.02Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 620 | 748 | 993 | 1,002 | 933 | 838 | 755 | 697 | 649 | 565 | 455 | 458 | 443 | 466 |
| Decennial Census | 755 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 528 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 35
Male Median Age: 38.2
Female Median Age: 34.4
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 21 | 24 | 20 | 17 | 17 | 24 | 20 | 14 | 28 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 10 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Female | 17 | 6 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 13 | 38 | 13 | 18 | 10 | 14 | 8 | 19 | 16 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Total | 38 | 30 | 36 | 32 | 33 | 37 | 58 | 27 | 46 | 29 | 33 | 26 | 36 | 33 | 19 | 4 | 6 | 5 |
| White: | 487 | 91.89% |
| Black: | 11 | 2.08% |
| Hispanic:* | 22 | 4.15% |
| Asian: | 1 | 0.19% |
| American Indian: | 1 | 0.19% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 8 | 1.51% |
| Total: | 530 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 297 | 56.25% | 38.2 years |
| Females: | 231 | 43.75% | 34.4 years |
| Total: | 528 | 100% | 35.0 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 455 | 97.64% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 3 | 0.64% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 8 | 1.72% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 1.72% |
| Total Population: | 466 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 458 | 98.28% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 8 | 1.72% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $88,906, which is considerably higher than the national median ($80,734), is up $45,017 (102.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $19,948. Family households earn a median of $120,417 versus $71,667 for nonfamily households (a difference of $48,750). By gender, male median income is $64,250 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $64,250 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 74.1%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is far lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (27.9%).
Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $43,889 | $52,813 | $55,938 | $44,432 | $41,397 | $63,958 | $62,969 | $62,917 | $68,958 | $71,458 | $74,615 | $81,429 | $83,824 | $88,906 |
| Median Family Income | $44,028 | $63,897 | $64,265 | $60,313 | $60,536 | $68,000 | $67,604 | $69,821 | $76,875 | $79,375 | $90,000 | $86,389 | $88,750 | $120,417 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $37,000 | $27,361 | $37,656 | $27,238 | $27,204 | $41,042 | $41,000 | $36,667 | $42,500 | $41,250 | $63,750 | $78,125 | $81,667 | $71,667 |
| Median Male Income | $46,250 | $44,732 | $49,091 | $45,114 | $42,222 | $46,842 | $55,714 | $57,639 | $54,444 | $56,250 | $61,094 | $61,635 | $63,393 | $64,250 |
| Median Female Income | $24,327 | $35,250 | $34,896 | $35,809 | $36,313 | $36,458 | $34,583 | $37,614 | $36,339 | $37,438 | $39,531 | $47,708 | $42,039 | $0 |
| Employed: | 251 | 73.18% |
| Unemployed: | 3 | 0.87% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 89 | 25.95% |
| Total: | 343 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 70 | 27.89% |
| Service: | 61 | 24.30% |
| Sales and Office: | 45 | 17.93% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 37 | 14.74% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 38 | 15.14% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 251 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $220,500, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $90,100 (69.10%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $82,800. The median gross rent is $783, which is far less than the national median ($1,413), is up $114 (17.04%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $88. Of occupied housing, owners make up 91.91% (84.28% with a mortgage, 15.72% free-and-clear) and renters 8.09% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.18%, which is far higher than the national rate (10.12%).
Explore More: Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $130,400 | $131,900 | $133,600 | $137,200 | $133,500 | $132,600 | $139,300 | $134,100 | $137,700 | $142,700 | $146,100 | $176,000 | $190,200 | $220,500 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 9 | 64.29% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 5 | 35.71% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 14 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $669 | $686 | $733 | $772 | $777 | $1,042 | $950 | $883 | $871 | $920 | $775 | $858 | $850 | $783 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 134 | 77.46% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 25 | 14.45% |
| Renter Occupied: | 14 | 8.09% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 173 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 173 | 87.82% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 24 | 12.18% |
| Total Housing Units: | 197 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 186 | 94.42% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 6 | 3.05% |
| Other Units: | 5 | 2.54% |
| Total Housing Units: | 197 | 100% |
In 2024, 21.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 90.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 3.90%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.40%). Public coverage is 25.10%, which is falls below the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 5.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 14.60 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.20 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (67.29%). College enrollment is 6.54%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.
Explore More: Educational Attainment Health Insurance Poverty Over Time School Enrollment
| Less than 9th grade: | 11 | 3.67% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 18 | 6.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 131 | 43.67% |
| Some college, no degree: | 57 | 19.00% |
| Associate's degree: | 19 | 6.33% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 49 | 16.33% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 15 | 5.00% |
| Total: | 300 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 271 | 90.33% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 64 | 21.33% |
| Private Insurance: | 380 | 73.79% |
| Public Insurance: | 117 | 22.72% |
| No Insurance: | 18 | 3.50% |
| Total: | 515 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 497 | 96.50% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 18.0% | 14.4% | 13.6% | 18.7% | 19.4% | 5.6% | 5.0% | 5.1% | 1.2% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 3.5% | 3.4% | 5.3% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 4 | 3.74% |
| Kindergarten: | 9 | 8.41% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 72 | 67.29% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 15 | 14.02% |
| College or graduate school: | 7 | 6.54% |
| Total: | 107 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 13 | 12.15% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 96 | 89.72% |
ZIP Code 17317 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 5 business establishments, employing about 18 people with an annual payroll of $414,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 384Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 5Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $93,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $414,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 18Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 17317 is located in York County, Pennsylvania, within the York-Hanover, PA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 49620) and Pennsylvania's 11st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 434,972 people, about 0.12% of whom live in ZIP Code 17317. It covers 0.193 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | York-Hanover, PASource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 49620Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 434,972Source: Census |
| MSA: | York, PA MSASource: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.193 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 11Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 3356.48 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | --Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 4221728Source: Census |
| Place Name: | East Prospect borough; PennsylvaniaSource: Census |
ZIP Code 17317 is in the Eastern York School District, which serves grades Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on March 1, 2026.